Best Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers) in Japan

Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers) in Japan

1Yakitori Tsukada Shibuya

Shibuya Sta. 248m / Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Wine bar

A hidden gem for those who know the real deal. Rare yakitori made from directly sourced "Miyazaki Jitokko" chicken. Enjoy an exquisite course paired with wine.

3.41

254

  • JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
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  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
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2Kushiyaki Manten - Shijo Karasuma

Karasuma Sta. 101m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Creative, Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers)

Enjoy skewers and a drink in an open-air space!

3.38

360

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
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  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
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3SUSHI OSAKA Organic

Fukushima Sta. 390m / Sushi, Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Izakaya (Japanese style tavern)

Only à la carte. Enjoy high-end dishes like Edomae sushi, charcoal-grilled chicken, and chicken sashimi at izakaya prices.

  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
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  • Wednesday
  • Multilingual menu
  • Multilingual staff
  • Credit card accepted
  • Designated smoking area (heated tobacco only)
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
  • Menu with photos
  • Digital menu available
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4Kushiyaki Bistro Fukumimi Ginza koridō ten

Ginza Sta. 338m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Chicken dishes

3.24

205

  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
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  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
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5Izumo Ikebukuro

Ikebukuro Sta. 107m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Unagi (Eel), Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers)

New Year Party Reservations Now Open! All-You-Can-Drink Course ◇ Private Room Available! Smoking Allowed! Enjoy with Eel Skewers!

3.46

531

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
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  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Smoking allowed
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Menu with photos
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6Ginza Torishin

Uchisaiwaicho Sta. 401m / Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Chicken dishes, Kushiyaki

Enjoy exquisite yakitori grilled over Tosa Binchotan charcoal in a refined setting, with counter and private room options available. Counter seating starts at 4 PM.

  • JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
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  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
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Selected for Tabelog yakitori WEST "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog yakitori WEST "Tabelog 100" 2025

7Sumibi Yakitori Ikoka

Sakaisuji Hommachi Sta. 547m / Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Japanese Cuisine

New Store Open‼︎ If you're looking for delicious yakitori, this is the place to be! We specialize in Nagano's local chicken, which is rare in Kansai. With only 9 counter seats, we carefully grill each skewer while keeping an eye on our customers' pace!

  • JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
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  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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8Sumibi Kushiyaki Torito

Jingu Marutamachi Sta. 55m / Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Nabe (Japanese hot pot), Izakaya (Japanese style tavern)
  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
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  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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Selected for Tabelog yakitori EAST "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog yakitori EAST "Tabelog 100" 2025

9Yakitori Hirano

Higashi Ginza Sta. 420m / Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers)

The moisture content of the chicken cannot be increased; just keep it still.

  • JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999
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  • Sunday, Public Holiday
  • Multilingual staff
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
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10Ore no Kappou Yakitori Ginza 9 chome

Shimbashi Sta. 210m / Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Japanese Cuisine, Izakaya (Japanese style tavern)

Just a 5-minute walk from Shimbashi and Ginza stations! Enjoy authentic charcoal-grilled yakitori and premium ingredients at great value!

3.46

1529

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
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  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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Selected for Tabelog yakitori WEST "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog yakitori WEST "Tabelog 100" 2025

11Wabiya Koreki Do Gion hanamikoji honten

Gion Shijo Sta. 320m / Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Chicken dishes, Oyako-don (Chicken and egg bowl)

Gion Hanamikoji, a vibrant area in Kyoto. Indulge in flavorful local chicken paired with carefully selected fine sake.

  • JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
  • Sunday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
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12Tokyo Kotetsu Shibuya ten

Shibuya Sta. 251m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Teppanyaki, Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers)

《Available seats today 5/28◎》 【1 minute walk from Shibuya Station】 Instagram-worthy Lemon Sour, Kyushu Vegetable Rolls, and Shumai◎

3.36

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  • JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
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  • Credit card accepted
  • Designated smoking area
  • Wi-Fi available
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13Yasai Kushimaki Naruto ya Ao

Namba Sta. 136m / Kushiyaki, Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers)

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
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  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
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14Kushiyaki Bistro Fukumimi Ginza 6

Higashi Ginza Sta. 167m / Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Chicken dishes, Izakaya (Japanese style tavern)

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  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
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  • Multilingual menu
  • Multilingual staff
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Menu with photos
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15Yakitori Kurogane

Shinjuku Nishiguchi Sta. 109m / Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Chicken dishes, Izakaya (Japanese style tavern)

  • JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
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  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
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16Jidori Senmonten Iroriya Uenoten Ueno ten

Keisei Ueno Sta. 164m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Chicken dishes

【NEW OPEN】A private izakaya specializing in charcoal-grilled jidori chicken!

3.46

207

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
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  • Credit card accepted
  • Designated smoking area (heated tobacco only)
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
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17Yakitori Ruike

Shinjuku Nishiguchi Sta. 273m / Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Japanese sake bar

Just a 5-minute walk from Shinjuku Station West Exit, enjoy exquisite yakitori grilled over high-temperature binchotan charcoal, perfect for adults.

  • JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
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  • Sunday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
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18Sumibi Yakitori to Hitokuchi Gyoza TORA Tori YA Namba sennichimae ten

Namba Sta. 143m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Dumpling

3.36

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  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
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  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
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19Yakitori to Donabe Toriro Man

Kushida Shrine Sta. 166m / Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Izakaya (Japanese style tavern)

Just a step away from Hakata Canal City!! Enjoy private rooms! Yakitori x Donabe Rice ★ Committed to quality ingredients for a romantic experience.

  • JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
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  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Designated smoking area (heated tobacco only)
  • Children welcome
  • Vegetarian options
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Selected for Tabelog yakitori EAST "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog yakitori EAST "Tabelog 100" 2025

20Yakitori Shinohara

Nogizaka Sta. 514m / Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Chicken dishes

  • JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999
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  • Tuesday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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